Publications by authors named "Ivy Akpotu"
Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a hereditary blood disorder with chronic pain that affects over 100,000 people in the United States. Previous research suggests a complex interaction between SCD pain outcomes and social determinants of health (SDOH).
Objective: To explore the impact of SDOH on pain outcomes in SCD.
Acupuncture is a widely practiced complementary and integrative health modality that has multiple clinical applications. The use of acupuncture in the United States is rapidly increasing. Although studies have shown the efficacy and effectiveness of acupuncture for various ailments, the integration of acupuncture into the U.
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- * Researchers conducted both quantitative and qualitative analyses, demonstrating that CR examines symptom experiences and interventions effectively.
- * The review emphasizes that adopting a critical realist perspective can enhance understanding of personal and contextual factors affecting symptoms and treatment outcomes.